RN - Peds

Cynet Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health seeks a Pediatric RN for a 13-week assignment in the Richmond area. The role requires a Virginia-licensed RN with pediatric experience, strong assessment, IV, and medication administration skills. You will work 12-hour shifts from 07:00 to 19:00 on a rotation that includes weekends as described.

Certifications in PALS and BLS are required, with 2+ years of pediatric RN practice preferred. The unit supports a 1:4–1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio and provides pediatric care across a 15-bed

Qualifications

• RN license required and pediatric specialty experience.
• PALS and BLS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years pediatric RN experience.
• Preference for 1–3 years of pediatric unit experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care for pediatric patients per unit guidelines.
• Perform head-to-toe assessments and venous access.
• Administer medications and manage IV therapy.
• Operate and monitor pumps and oxygen devices.
• Collaborate with respiratory therapies and care teams.

Skills

Head-To-Toe Assessment

IV placement

Medication administration

Respiratory support

Nasogastric feeding

Lab collection

Oxygen therapy devices

Education

RN License

Tools

Meditech

Baxter Pumps

Medfusion Pumps

Job description

RN - Peds

Profession: RN

Specialty: Pediatrics

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 07:00 - 19:00

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 2 years

License: RN License required

Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Basic Life Support

Must-Have: Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Basic Life Support

Description:General information:

• Number of Beds: 15
• Patient Ratios: 1:4, 1:5

Unit Staffing Description:

• Unit Secretary and Nurse Externs per diem

Type of Equipment:

• Baxter Pumps
• Medfusion Pumps
• Medtronic Vital Sync Remote Surveillance System

Documentation System:

• Meditech

Scheduling Requirements:

• Weekend Commitment: Every other weekend
• Shift work Friday/Saturday and Saturday/Sunday

Floating Policy:

• Traveler will float to step‑down patients

Patient Experience Requirements:

• 1-3 years preferred

Skill Set Required:

• Clinical Skills: Head-Toe Assessment
• IV placement
• Medication administration
• Respiratory support
• Nasogastric/gastric tube feeding
• Lab collection
• Use of oxygen therapy devices

Advanced Skills Needed:

• Chest Tube Maintenance

Procedures Performed on Unit:

• Blood Transfusion Administration
• Nasogastric Tube Placement
• IV Placement

Dress Code:

• Navy Blue Scrubs (pediatric scrub top friendly allowed)

Unit Guidelines/Policies:

• Please attach unit specific policies and guidelines.

Awards/Recognition:

• Additional information may include team awards and departmental highlights.

Other Notable Features:

• Staff tenure ranges from 18 to 28 years.
• Burn Designation Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist on the unit.
• Availability of ultrasound for PIV placement.
• Portable Pulse Ox.
• New Patient Whiteboards expected September 2024.
• Preference Based Scheduling.
• Locked Unit.
• Pediatric Security ID Bands.
• Dedicated Pediatric Respiratory Therapist.